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Working at Luxford Group meant each employee was sharp and competent. Yet, when Cedric posed his question, they all hesitated like schoolchildren unsure of an exam answer.They finally managed to say, "White... roses are pretty."Cedric's demeanor softened slightly, though traces of dissatisfaction lingered. His gaze shifted toward the towering Luxford Group building before he wordlessly strode toward the entrance, leaving the nervous employees behind.-Sophie was in the midst of shutting down her computer, preparing to depart for the day when the sound of approaching footsteps caught her attention.Assuming it was Linda returning for something, she turned, ready to inquire, only to find Cedric stepping through the door. His presence, emphasized by his impeccably tailored black suit, momentarily stole her breath."Who permitted your access up here?" she asked, regaining her composure.Even though it was after hours, there were still security guards on duty at the door. No one h
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Sophie hesitated to take the next step, wary of potential hurdles. The memory of Vivienne's betrayal lingered, haunting her like a shadow cast over her marriage. She feared history might repeat itself, inflicting yet another heartbreak.Cedric appeared visibly shaken, his eyes widening as her words sank in. Each one felt like a sharp blow, leaving him speechless. She was right—he had failed to grasp her perspective."I have to go now." Sophie collected her bag, her usual composure resurfacing as she prepared to leave.Cedric could only watch in silence as she walked away, realizing the gravity of his oversight and how terribly wrong he had been.-Back home, Mrs. Carrie had dinner ready.Cherry, observant as ever, noted Sophie's slight delay. "Mommy, was there traffic today? You're 15 minutes later than yesterday."She took her bag and tiptoed to place it on a shelf, her round eyes scanning Sophie’s face."There was some traffic," Sophie lied.However, the clever child drew ou
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In the Crimson Bar's private room.Cedric's silence deepened the already tense atmosphere, much to Sean's annoyance. "Bro, you don't smoke or drink, and you've been silent for over 30 minutes now. Say something, will you?" Sean implored, unable to bear the silence any longer.Breaking his prolonged silence, Cedric unexpectedly asked, "How well do you know Jeanna?" The sudden shift in topic surprised Sean, sparking a livelier exchange."Very well, of course! What do you think I've been doing for over five years? I know everything Jeanna likes and dislikes. I even keep track of her menstrual cycle," Sean boasted."Then why haven't you managed to win her over?" Cedric asked, dousing Sean's pride with cold water and causing him to cough awkwardly."What use is understanding her if she's unwilling to understand me? What bad deeds did I commit in my past life to fall for such a woman and yet utterly fail to win her over?" The more he spoke, the more low-spirited Sean became.However,
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"What exactly are you trying to do?""Understand you," Cedric replied, his imposing aura tempered by a note of gentleness and indulgence. His voice, richer than the coffee he had brought, hinted at a promise. "From this point forward, I'll make an effort to know you as well as you know me."He had always thought she was too proud to bend, but he had not seen just how much she had silently endured.Sophie's heart was jolted, her emotions so scrambled that no adjective seemed adequate to describe her current state. 'He said he wants to start understanding me?'Almost evasively, she avoided those gentle eyes. When she spoke again, even she found herself sounding awkward. "If you really want to... understand, you’ve come to the wrong place. This is Luxford Group, not X Corp."The absurdity of the CEO of X Corp. delivering her coffee was too much for her to process comfortably."Of course, I know this is Luxford Group. However, I might need to stay here for the next week.""Why?"Hi
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Linda’s office was next to Sophie’s, separated by a transparent glass panel. While originally intended to foster a collaborative environment, the glass now afforded Cedric a view of the adjoining office. He pretended to scan the room, but his attention was drawn to the slender figure next door, a smile of satisfaction playing on his lips."Mr. Carlson, please let me know if there’s anything unsatisfactory about the office.""There’s nothing. It’s all very satisfactory." Cedric’s voice was smooth, his earlier smile fading as he maintained a professional demeanor. He appreciated the proximity to Sophie."Alright, then. I’ll let you settle in." Linda smiled politely and turned to leave. Unexpectedly, she accidentally collided with someone at the door."Sorry about that," Evander quickly apologized, managing to catch some of the falling documents in a swift motion, a testament to his agility.Linda recovered quickly from the minor mishap, recognizing Cedric's assistant. "It's actually
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At the mention of that, Cedric's demeanor transformed from detached sternness to an engaging charm, laced with intrigue. Despite promising Sophie space, his actions hinted that he wasn't prepared to fade into the background.As he glanced through the glass at Sophie, deeply absorbed in her work, his smile widened while his eyes gleamed with unwavering determination.A woman's intuition was often keen, and Cedric's gaze was sharper than most. As Sophie stared at her computer screen, her fingers tapping incessantly on the keyboard, she felt her heartbeat gradually quicken.'This guy has already made himself at home in Linda’s office. What more did he want?'That inescapable gaze seemed tireless, and Sophie could bear it no longer. Annoyed, she abruptly stopped typing.Noticing her discomfort, Linda asked, "Ms. Luxford, is something bothering you?""The glare is too harsh today. Close the blinds, please."'The glare is too harsh?' Linda thought she had misheard and glanced outside
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Sophie lifted her head and met Cedric's smiling eyes. She suppressed her irritation and responded with distant politeness. "Thank you.""You're welcome." With a flick of his wrist, Cedric pressed the remote, and the blinds retracted, bathing the room in soft, ambient light. "Better, right? Staring at the computer in low light can easily cause eye fatigue. But don’t worry. I have plenty of top-quality carrot juice that can help relieve discomfort in your eyes."The sudden brightness made her squint, aggravating her further. Cedric's meddling was becoming a daily challenge."Cedric, aren't you bored of all this?"'Renovations! Carrot juice! Doesn’t Cedric have any actual work to handle at X Corp. that he has time to be so idle?'"Actually, I'm quite bored, so I came over to see you. But now that I see you, I find these little visits refreshing." He smoothly turned what was meant to be a complaint, his expression earnest.Sophie’s hand, hanging by her side, clenched into a fist. It
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Sophie shook her head to clear her thoughts and walked briskly toward her car. She was set to meet Charlie today. If traffic allowed, perhaps she could unwind at the cafe first.-Sophie parked in front of the cafe and entered. However, the unusually quiet atmosphere immediately shocked her.This cafe was known for its authentic coffee and was a favorite among high-ranking white-collar workers. Even outside of peak hours, it typically hosted many patrons. Yet, it was exceptionally quiet today. Apart from the staff, there was not a single customer."It's unusually quiet today, isn't it?" she remarked as she entered."Ms. Luxford, Mr. Nielson has reserved the entire cafe for your meeting today," the waiter informed her with a respectful smile.Sophie was taken aback by Charlie’s grand gesture and chuckled softly. This was more elaborate than she had anticipated. She had planned to discuss a contract with Charlie, and there he was, grandly booking the entire venue.The tranquil set
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Tristan looked up in surprise. As if struck by a sudden thought, he glanced at Cherry, who was writhing in pain, and timidly asked, "Can I go to the hospital to help?""You need to stay home and help Cherry get a leave from school tomorrow. Be good and stay here. Trust Daddy. Cherry will be fine." Cedric's words seemed to soothe Tristan's anxiety.Avoiding Cedric’s gaze, Tristan obediently nodded. 'Cherry will surely be fine.'-The Bentley sped along the road and soon arrived at the hospital.Cedric held Cherry the entire time, while Sophie handled the paperwork. Their seamless cooperation made them seem like a perfectly ordinary married couple."Mr. Carlson, Mrs. Carlson, the child has gastritis and needs to be hospitalized for treatment," the emergency physician explained after examining Cherry, jotting down the diagnosis in the medical record.Sophie's face turned pale. 'Gastritis? How could it be so severe?'"Can she recover?" Cedric asked with a frown, his sudden intimida
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In Imperium, hardly anyone else would dare yell at Cedric like this. Cedric's eyes narrowed dangerously, his shoulders radiating a cold aura. However, traces of helplessness and doting affection softened his expression. Despite his reluctance, he eventually turned aside cooperatively.Sophie couldn't help but smile. 'It's no wonder some people believe that daughters are their fathers' lovers from a previous life. If it were anyone else, Cedric would have likely thrown them out the window by now.'She lifted Cherry's clothes to reveal her round belly and gently massaged it in circles with her fingers. Taking the opportunity, she also gave Cherry a gentle reminder, "How many times has Mommy told you not to eat so much? But you never listen. Now you know how it feels when you overeat, huh?""Mommy, could you not rub salt in my wounds?" Cherry's face was scrunched up in pain. Her pitiful and aggrieved expression instantly silenced Sophie, who decided to save the scolding for when Cherry
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Cedric kissed Sophie’s rosy cheeks, preparing to take things to the next level, when a knock on the door interrupted them at a crucial moment.His expression darkened immediately. No man liked being interrupted at such a time, and it had happened repeatedly."Who is it?" Sophie grabbed the blanket beside her to cover her exposed chest, her hoarse voice betraying her recent passion."Ms. Luxford... It's me." Tristan's low voice came from the other side of the door.'Tristan?' Sophie looked at the man beside her, surprised. She had assumed it was Cherry again, but unexpectedly...Gathering her scattered clothes from the floor, Sophie dressed quickly. Ensuring there was nothing inappropriate between her and Cedric, she got out of bed and walked toward the door.Tristan stood there, head down, fingers fidgeting, indicating urgency. As soon as the door opened, he looked up anxiously and said, "Ms. Luxford, could you go check on Cherry? She seems unwell.""Cherry is unwell?" The flush
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"This birthday brings me a lot of happiness."Sophie grasped the deeper implications of his words. The blush on her cheeks faded slightly, and the initial flutter of excitement mingled with a touch of sadness. No one could predict what Jeff's condition would be like by her next birthday.Cedric shifted the topic, pouring the already decanted red wine into a tall glass and handing it to her. "Just one glass. This is for your private birthday celebration. Happy birthday."The intoxicating aroma of the wine was irresistible. She stopped resisting and held her glass up to gently clink against his, producing a clear, melodious sound that resonated beautifully in the quiet room.The rich wine slid down her throat, soothing her tense nerves. Her tightly held shoulders relaxed, and her racing heart found a semblance of peace. She had once believed she would never fall for Cedric again, but looking back, she realized that all her hatred had been rooted in love.He had transformed love into
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Cedric seemed to know exactly what Sophie was nervous about. He raised his eyebrows suggestively, causing her to blush and quickly look away.What had happened between them lingered in the air, irrevocable.Jeff squinted, watching their subtle gestures with satisfaction. Smiling contentedly, he struggled to his feet with the help of his cane. These two had already reached a natural conclusion, and there was no need for him to exaggerate his illness any longer."Mommy, I still have homework to do. I'm heading to my room," Cherry announced, her bright eyes glancing at Tristan. She couldn't beat him at Taekwondo, but she was determined to outshine him in the midterm exams!"I’m going upstairs too," Tristan added, surprised by her sudden focus. He hesitated for a moment before quickly following her up the stairs.Melissa had long lost her patience. Without a word, she dragged Matthew upstairs, letting out a disdainful snort as they left.What had been a lively living room now left So
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"Okay."Understanding Cherry’s impatience, Sophie smiled and gently pulled away from Cedric’s embrace. She clasped her hands together, closed her eyes, and made a wish.She hoped for her family's safety, health, and happiness. She wished that her parents and sister were living comfortably in another world. And she wished that she and Cedric would have a happy ending, free from past mistakes.After silently making her wishes, she blew out the flickering candles in one breath.The room filled with the faint scent of melted wax."We can eat the cake now!" Cherry beamed with joy, eagerly carrying the cake to the dining table.Her impatience made Jeff laugh heartily, his eyes crinkling with delight as he stroked his beard. "Alright, let’s start eating before this little girl drools all over the table."Sophie took her seat, glancing at Cedric, who still held her hand tightly. Her smile widened as she playfully scolded him, "Why didn’t you tell me on the way here?""If I told you, ho
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Although Sophie's mind was brimming with questions, she couldn’t help but smile at Cedric's words. She looked down at their intertwined hands, feeling the warmth of his palm. Whether it was a perfect match or a union made in heaven, it all required two hearts in love. With love, even amidst turbulence, they would find the courage to move forward together.Before long, the Bentley smoothly pulled into the Carlson residence.Jeff immediately smiled and waved upon their arrival. "Soph, come over here."Sophie approached, noticing that Mrs. Carrie had prepared a table full of dishes. She couldn’t help but feel puzzled. "Grandpa, what has made you so happy? Why did you ask Mrs. Carrie to make so much delicious food?""Silly girl, did you forget what day it is today?"Jeff's loving yet mischievous smile left her momentarily bewildered. Then her eyes widened in surprise. With everything going on with Linda, she had completely forgotten her own birthday!"Happy birthday." Cedric had quie
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Fearing that staying any longer would only worsen the situation, Linda quickly opened the door and walked out.Fenix stood there, confusion gradually replacing the determination in his eyes."What’s wrong with marrying me?" he asked Sophie, genuinely puzzled.'I’m the CEO of Cheshire Group. I’m not unattractive, and marrying me would make her legally protected as Mrs. Cheshire. Why am I being rejected?'Sophie coughed awkwardly, gaining a deeper understanding of Fenix. Sean had navigated the world of romance with ease, but Fenix seemed as naive in matters of the heart as a child."Am I really that bad?"Seeing that Fenix was still fixated on why he was rejected, Sophie shook her head. "Feelings are different from business. It’s not about racing against time or weighing benefits. You can’t apply business tactics to relationships. Spending a lifetime together requires a foundation of love.""Foundation of love? You and Cedric grew up together. You had a good foundation, but it was
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Sophie's suspicion was right. Fenix was not one to easily abandon his target. After Linda ignored countless calls, he took the initiative to find her."Mr. Cheshire, Linda really isn't in the office right now," the secretary tried to block him, but it was futile against a determined man, especially one exuding an intimidating chill."Then I’ll find Sophie.""But Ms. Luxford, she—" Before the secretary could finish, Fenix's long legs had already taken him to Sophie's office door.He knocked twice before pushing it open. The secretary looked like she was about to cry. "Ms. Luxford, I’m sorry, I couldn’t stop Mr. Cheshire.""It’s fine. Go make Mr. Cheshire a cup of coffee," Sophie said.Seeing Fenix barge in, she raised an eyebrow, smiled, and glanced at Linda, who was hiding in her office. "Have a seat and let's talk.""No need. I have to catch a flight soon." Fenix cut straight to the point, his determined eyes fixed on Linda as he said firmly, "I need an answer from you.""Mr.
